Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction, Nursing

The University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

The University of Akron School of Nursing seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position. The role primarily involves teaching in the undergraduate nursing program, including didactic and LRC courses, as well as instruction in the simulation and skills lab. The teaching focus is Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing. The position does not include responsibility for completing research.

The faculty member will evaluate student performance; assist with managing clinical placements, including expanding clinical sites; and serve on school, college, and university-wide committees as assigned. They will maintain a program of personal and professional growth through scholarly activity, university and community service, and other pursuits commensurate with faculty rank and status. They will also support University, College, and School of Nursing goals to ensure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure requirements.

Employment offers are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. The University expects work performed by its employees to be performed in Ohio.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing from a nationally or regionally accredited institution.
• Unrestricted registered nurse licensure in Ohio or a current multi-state license.
• At least two years of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Current medical-surgical clinical competency, knowledge, and skills.
• Two years of teaching experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Interpersonal, communication, and organizational proficiency, including verbal, written, and electronic communication skills necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree (PhD, DNP, or DNE).
• Knowledge and skill in using computer software such as Brightspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related educational platforms.
• Recent clinical nursing experience or teaching experience.
• Skills in goal setting and team building.
• Analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate course and program activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses, including didactic and LRC courses, and teach in the simulation and skills lab, with a focus on Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Assist in managing clinical placements, including expanding clinical sites.
• Serve on school, college, and university-wide committees as assigned.
• Maintain personal and professional growth through scholarly activity, university and community service, and other pursuits commensurate with faculty rank and status.
• Support University, College, and School of Nursing goals to assure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level